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Consolidation In 2008: Pakistan's Mills Will See Slowed Growth

Even as Pakistan reels from political instability in early 2008 and its textile markets expect slower sales due to the U.S. sub-prime debacle, Pakistani mill leaders and cotton merchants believe growth could be on the horizon due to favorable trade agreements and future partnerships.

Features

The Trickle-Down Effect: Product Quality Starts At The Fiber

When major consumer markets demand the highest quality finished goods at the best possible prices, it takes a concerted effort from the entire cotton supply chain to deliver.

Clearing Up China's Cloudy Forecasts

A new report from USDA explores new methods of dealing with uncertain Chinese statistics.

India: Key Player In A Global Market

India’s rapidly expanding production shows no signs of slowing.

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